Anamika, Kaushal Kumar Yadav, Arpita Rastogi, Peace Raising L., Jyoti Pareek, Shiv Singh Tomar and Mona Raghuwanshi
Abstract
Indian agribusiness is undergoing a gradual but significant transformation as sustainability concerns gain prominence across production, processing, and marketing systems. Pressures arising from climate variability, resource degradation, market integration, and policy reforms have compelled agribusiness stakeholders to adopt practices that balance economic viability with environmental and social responsibility. This paper presents a systematic review of existing literature on sustainable practices within Indian agribusiness systems. Using a structured review approach, peer-reviewed studies published between 2001 and 2024 were analyzed to identify dominant themes, drivers, and outcomes of sustainability adoption. The review reveals that sustainability initiatives in Indian agribusiness are shaped by a combination of technological innovation, institutional interventions, value chain restructuring, and smallholder integration. While sustainable practices have contributed to improved efficiency, resilience, and inclusiveness, their adoption remains uneven across regions and subsectors. The paper highlights key research gaps and offers insights for policymakers, researchers, and agribusiness managers seeking to strengthen sustainable agribusiness development in India.